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22 May - 24 May
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29 May - 31 May
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12 Jun - 14 Jun
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10 Jul - 12 Jul

Our top choices for George Town hostels

Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is Rp446.972
Rp535.984 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Interior

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Miss Yang at the front desk is very kind and helpful. The location is within easy access to everything, there are a great variety of food options around."
United States
Mei
The price is Rp406.793
Rp492.590 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Outdoor dining

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is Rp288.854
Rp394.317 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Interior

YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is Rp598.917
Rp759.976 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
YMCA Penang
Exterior

Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is Rp507.716
Rp652.359 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Dou Houz - Hostel
Front of property

Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Parking a bit tight, its underground. Lifts are confusing at first with no proper labeling. Huge and clean room, basic amenities. Small window. "
Malaysia
Azhan
The price is Rp519.005
Rp665.679 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Burmahtel - Hotel
Front of property

Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is Rp485.891
Rp578.016 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Victoria Inn
Suite | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Palette Pink Cabana George Town

Palette Pink Cabana George Town
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (146 reviews)
"Conveniently located and nice if you need a place to rest."
United States
Xiao Fang
The price is Rp393.670
Rp518.001 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Palette Pink Cabana George Town
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
The price is Rp335.499
Rp422.303 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Red Inn Court - Hostel
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Top George Town Hotel Reviews

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast buffet is excellent"
Adam 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Eastern And Oriental Hotel

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George Town Hostels information

Number of reviews
273
Accommodation
33 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp394.317
Highest Price
Rp759.976

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in George Town?
By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in George Town?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Heritage House 123 - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. You can take advantage of a restaurant and a bar at this property. You'll find towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. KITA Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi at this property. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Burmahtel - Hotel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Gurney Drive. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Palette Pink Cabana George Town - Located within a 5-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in George Town?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in George Town, one of Expedia's 29 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in George Town?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in George Town are November, October, December and May, with each month seeing an average of 338 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in George Town?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to discover some places near George Town. Get out into nature with places such as Penang Hill, Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Batik Painting Museum Penang and Hin Bus Depot Art Centre. Visit landmarks such as Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around George Town while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in George Town in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) away from the city centre.